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They have destroyed Jacob's descendants
    and the land where they live.[a]
Our ancestors did bad things,
    but do not say that we are guilty because of that.
Be kind and send help to us quickly.
    We are in a lot of trouble!
God, help us! You are the one who can save us.
Rescue us,
    so that people will respect your great name.
Forgive our sins,
    so that people know you are good.

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Footnotes

  1. 79:7 Jacob is another name for Israel.

for they have devoured(A) Jacob
    and devastated his homeland.

Do not hold against us the sins of past generations;(B)
    may your mercy come quickly to meet us,
    for we are in desperate need.(C)
Help us,(D) God our Savior,
    for the glory of your name;
deliver us and forgive our sins
    for your name’s sake.(E)

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